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[COLUMNIST] Lighting up lives: How solar power is transforming Orang Asal villages in Sabah
For years, families in these villages relied on diesel generators, but the high cost of fuel and maintenance meant electricity was a luxury.
Tue Mar 11 2025

RON95, RON97 prices unchanged, diesel up by five cents in Peninsular M'sia
MOF announces that the retail prices of RON95 and RON97 petrol will remain unchanged at RM2.05 per litre and RM3.43 per litre, respectively.
Wed Jan 29 2025

Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024

India tightens vehicle entry restrictions as Delhi's air pollution worsens
The new measures entail a ban on diesel trucks in Delhi, the closure of educational institutions and a shift to remote working.
Mon Nov 18 2024

Three reasons targeted diesel subsidy hasn't been implemented in Sabah, Sarawak - Armizan
Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali is committed to addressing subsidy leakages in these regions effectively.
Mon Oct 28 2024

Diesel smuggling syndicate: MACC freezes RM36 million in bank accounts
The syndicate misappropriated diesel for fishermen's associations and engaged in alleged enforcement malpractices.
Thu Aug 29 2024

Diesel price down by 5 sen in Peninsular Malaysia, no change in petrol prices
The prices of RON97 and RON95 petrol will remain unchanged at RM3.47 and RM2.05 per litre respectively from Aug 15 to 21.
Wed Aug 14 2024

Targeted diesel subsidy: Eligible applicants told to register for fleet card immediately
Fuziah Salleh said KPDN revealed that just over 259,000 out of 410,000 eligible vehicles had applied for a fleet card under the subsidy.
Mon Aug 12 2024

Inflation, economic growth forecasts not affected by targeted subsidy implementation - MoF
According to MoF, the official 2024 forecasts for inflation and GDP growth remain at 2.0-3.5 per cent and 4.0-5.0 per cent, respectively.
Wed Jul 31 2024
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[COLUMNIST] Subsidy rationalisation, rents and inflation
Constrained business rents are vital to control the cost of doing business and the cost of living.
Thu Jul 04 2024

Targeted fuel subsidy: Decrease in diesel seizures - Armizan
Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali said the downtrend is based on comparison during the 20 days before and after implementing targeted diesel subsidy.
Thu Jul 04 2024

MADANI govt remains resolute despite facing criticism for unpopular decisions - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said it was crucial to strengthen the economy as revenue was wasted and subsidies weren't reaching target groups.
Tue Jul 02 2024

Applications for refunds under SKDS 2.0 open on July 1 - MOF
The government will begin accepting applications for refunds from recipients of the Subsidised Diesel Control System (SKDS) 2.0 on July 1.
Fri Jun 28 2024

MMEA foils attempt to smuggle 46 barrels of subsidised petrol to the Philippines
MMEA seized 46 barrels of subsidised petrol, amounting to 1,150 litres, left on a boat in the waters of Pulai Berhala in Sandakan.
Wed Jun 26 2024

Govt confident of achieving 2024 inflation, GDP targets even with diesel subsidy retargeting
The government is targeting headline inflation of 2.0-3.5 per cent and gross domestic product growth of 4.0-5.0 per cent for this year.
Mon Jun 24 2024

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows
Only Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia and Iceland made the grade, according to IQAir.
Wed Mar 12 2025